Stationery; staples in strips, (e.g. for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal

hs code 830520 covers a wide range of stationery items made from base metals, such as staples, paper clips, and other fasteners commonly used in offices, packaging, and upholstery. These products play a crucial role in the efficient organization and management of documents, materials, and various industrial applications. As a key component of the broader office supplies and packaging industries, the 830520 product category is an integral part of the global economy, facilitating business operations and supporting a diverse range of commercial activities.

The production of items under hs code 830520 typically involves metal stamping, cutting, and forming processes. Manufacturers use specialized machinery to cut metal sheets or wires into the desired shapes and sizes, then form them into the final products. Automated assembly lines are often employed to ensure consistent quality and high-volume output. Heat treatment and surface finishing techniques may also be applied to enhance the durability and appearance of the stationery items.

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 830520 items include various base metals, such as steel, aluminum, or copper. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery, including metal stamping presses, cutting tools, and packaging equipment. Additionally, the industry may utilize adhesives, coatings, and other materials to enhance the functionality and aesthetics of the final products.

The primary outputs of the hs code 830530 industry are a wide range of stationery items, including staples, paper clips, binder clips, and other fasteners. These products are widely used in 4817 Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper or paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard, containing an assortment of paper stationery, 4820 (Registers, account books, notebooks, order books, receipt books, letter pads, memorandum pads, diaries and similar articles, exercise books, blotting-pads, binders (loose-leaf or other), folders, file covers, manifold business forms, interleaved carbon sets and other articles of stationery, of paper or paperboard; albums for samples or for collections and book covers, of paper or paperboard), and 9403 Furniture and parts thereof; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings.